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SECTION 3 ± 1
STARTING AND DRIVING
Starting and driving
Three±way catalytic converter 126
Engine exhaust caution 127
Before starting the engine 128
Ignition switch with steering lock 128
Parking brake 129
How to start the engine 130
Automatic transmission 131
Cruise control 136
Electronically modulated air suspension 139
Traction control system 141
Brake system 142
Types of tires 145
STARTING AND DRIVING
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TYPES OF TIRES
Determine what kind of tires your vehicle is originally
equipped with.
1. Summer tires
Summer tires are high±speed capability tires best suited to
highway driving under dry conditions.
Since summer tires do not have the same traction
performance as snow tires, summer tires are inadequate for
driving on snow±covered or icy roads. For driving on
snow±covered or icy roads, we recommend using snow
tires. If installing snow tires, be sure to replace all four tires.
2. All season tires
All season tires are designed to provide better traction in
snow and to be adequate for driving in most winter
conditions, as well as for use all year round.
All season tires, however, do not have adequate traction
performance compared with snow tires in heavy or loose
snow. Also, all season tires fall short in acceleration and
handling performance compared with summer tires in
highway driving.
CAUTION!
Do not mix summer and all season tires on your
vehicle as this can cause dangerous handling
characteristics, resulting in loss of control.
Do not use tires other than the manufacturer's
designated tires, and never mix tires or wheels of
the sizes different from the originals.
